Rock 'n' Roll Oasis Vancover Half Marathon

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OCTOBER 24-25, 2015 HALF MARATHON | 10K

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RunRocknRoll.com Welcome to the one marathon you won’t want to end. A race so rock ‘n’ roll, the mile markers are rock bands. Because what’s the point of running if you just want it to end? Here, you might not break the tape, but the podium isn’t the point. Life is a journey and running should be a celebration.

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Contents 6 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Preview the happenings for the Expo, Race Day and Finish Line Festival.

8 COURSE MAP

Check out this year’s epic course!

You won’t want to miss this headliner.

22 BANDS ALONG THE COURSE

24 RACE WEEKEND ENTERTAINMENT

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26 RACE DAY CHECKLIST

Venue diagram of the finish line and festival.

14 SPECTATOR TIPS All the info your family and friends need to cheer you on.

18 DESTINATION: VANCOUVER

Take advantage of all the free activities Vancouver has to offer!

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All our amazing sponsors.

Meet the bands that will rock you to the finish.

10 START LINE MAP

Preview the happenings for the Expo, Race Day and Finish Line Festival.

WRITER: Makenzie Gee PHOTOGRAPHERS: Ryan Bethke, Marathon Photo GRAPHIC DESIGN & LAYOUT: Ryan Bethke

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What’s going on around town.

48 hour checklist to ensure you are prepared for your big day.

28 RESPECT THE DISTANCE

Tips from the RNR Series Medical Director to ensure your best race possible

29 LOCAL TRAILS

Warm-up on Vancouver’s best local paths. OCTOBER 24-25, 2015

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Schedule of Events

VANCOUVER SET LIST HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO Vancouver Convention Centre East Halls B and C Friday, October 23rd 3pm-7pm Saturday, October 24th 10am-5pm Expo admission is FREE & open to the public. RACE DAY EVENTS Saturday, October 24th 2015 Cunningham Seawall 10K Start Line: The Inukshuk at English Bay Start Time: 9:30am Finish Line: Devonian Park

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Sunday, October 25th 2015 Half Marathon Start Line: W Hastings St. & Thurlow St. Start Time: 8:15am Finish Line: Devonian Park Finish Line Festival Location: Devonian Park Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm Opening Act: 9:00am - 10:15am Awards Ceremony 10:15 am - 10:30am Yukon Blonde 10:30am - 11:45am Closing Act: 12:00pm - 12:50pm *Times subject to change Official race results will be posted online at www.competitor.com by 7 p.m. PST

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Spectator Tips

SPECTATOR TIPS WALK OR RIDE TO THE START/ FINISH LINE

There will be NO shuttle services provided for spectators. If you are staying downtown, the start and finish lines are in close proximity to downtown hotels. If you are traveling from outside of downtown, take the SkyTrain to Waterfront Station.

SPECTATOR PARKING OPTIONS

ticipants and thousands of excited spectators, it can be difficult to locate friends and family without a plan. It is highly recommended that you designate a meet-up location for friends and family BEFORE the race in the Family Reunion area. The Family Reunion area will post tall, clearly-marked signs by COLOR (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple), so be sure to coordinate and plan to meet at a predetermined color.

The finish line is located at the Devonian Park.

Allow time for delays if traveling by car or public transportation due to road closures and race day traffic.

FAMILY REUNION

After the race, reunite with family and friends in the Family Reunion area. With a large number of par-

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LIGHTHOUSE | HCL BRONZE LENS

Color. Clarity. Detail. Maui Jim Ambassador Meb Kefl ezighi knows fi rst hand the challenges of long distance running.There’s no better feeling than crossing that Rock N Roll fi nish line. Enhance your view of the race with Maui Jim sunglasses! Stop by the Maui Jim Sunglass Booth at the Rock ‘n’ Roll Expo! www.mauijim.com

Recommended as an effective UV filter for the eyes and surrounding skin.

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Parking & Transportation

PARKING & TRANSPORTATION WALK FROM YOUR HOTEL

Participants staying in Downtown hotels are encouraged to walk to the start line.

TAKE THE SKYTRAIN TO THE RACE

Ride the Translink SkyTrain to and from the race! For added convenience, you can park in any of Translink park & ride lots and enjoy the ride to the start and from the finish. Go green, ride Translink SkyTrain! Visit www.translink.ca for more information. NOTE: Waterfront Station is less than a 1km walk to the Half Marathon Start Line and Burrard Station is 1.2km from the Finish Line.

START LINE SHUTTLES – 10K ONLY

FROM DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER Shuttle Pick Up Location 1: On Pender at Thurlow (just a few blocks from Waterfront Station) *Busses begin running at 7:30am. LAST bus leaves at 9:00am for 10K Start* 16

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Destination Vancouver

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ajestic mountains, sparkling ocean, rainforests and beautiful foliage make Vancouver one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Canada is known for our people’s friendly nature, and Vancouver’s citizens take great pride in our welcoming, clean, safe streets - day or night, all year round.

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Chinatown Rich in history and architecture, this area east of downtown boasts North America’s third-largest Chinatown after New York and San Francisco. Highlights of a Chinatown visit include the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, the Sam Kee Building (world’s narrowest commercial building) and the Chinese Cultural Centre. Gastown This historic district’s cobblestone streets are lined with Victorian buildings that today house everything from souvenir shops and First Nations galleries to stylish clothing boutiques. With informational plaques placed strategically along the street to tell the history behind

various buildings and landmarks, Gastown is an excellent area for a walking tour. Robson Street Head here for a day chock-full of shopping, strolling, dining and people watching. It’s a sure bet for shoppers of all kinds with everything from big-name stores to funky independent boutiques. West End Primarily a residential area, this is one of the most densely populated areas in all of Canada, with 40,000 people living in high-rise condominiums and apartments. Coffee shops, fine-dining restaurants and plenty of shopping will keep you entertained in this area, with several beautiful parks and beaches.

Yaletown Formerly a warehouse district where textile shops and train yards provided little in the way of beauty or entertainment, Yaletown has been transformed into one of Vancouver’s hippest areas, filled with sidewalk cafes, trendy restaurants, a thriving nightlife scene and intimate boutique hotels. Kitsilano Today, Kitsilano is occupied by young urban professionals who enjoy the relaxed atmosphere. Most of the action is centered on West Fourth Avenue and West Broadway, with bookstores, ethnic restaurants, cafes and specialty retailers offering plenty of places to explore.

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Headliner Concert

YUKON BLONDE Get ready for Yukon Blonde to ROCK the Finish Line Festival of the second annual Rock ‘n’ Roll Oasis Vancouver Half Marathon benefiting the John Volken Foundation! Don’t miss the chance to celebrate your Half Marathon accomplishment by rocking out with Yukon Blonde at the finish line festival Sunday, October 25th!

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Bands on the Course

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DISCO FUNERAL FREEDOM 95 GREG BEAMISH

THIS SIDE OF TOWN AND, OF COURSE, ELVIS

KRYSTAL DOS SANTOS MICHAEL AVERILL MIKE MCSUEDE NO ISLAND PISTOLFISH

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Race Weekend Entertainment

WEEKEND ENTERTAINMENT Though the bands on the course and headliner Yukon Blonde will make for an amazing festival on Sunday, there are a handful of other events to keep you rockin’ race weekend. Here are a few you might see some of your fellow racers out enjoying- have fun!

Fun pre race day! Before you head to the start line Sunday, relax Saturday evening and head over to the Croatian Cultural Centre to check out the 6th Annual British Columbia Beer Awards & Festival and celebrate the very best in craft brewing from across the province.

SHOWS

Taste of Yaletown Friday- Sunday October 2325th | 12pm-12am Location: Yaletown Yaletown kitchens will offer featured menus, special tastings and innovative pairings to tempt the most adventurous foodie. With a fresh approach to fixed price menus of $25, $35 and $45 restaurants will offer combinations of food and drink or even special in-house events.

Florence and the Machine Sunday, October 25th | 8:00pm Location: Rogers Arena Let the music guide you to more music! If you want to catch a concert after seeing all the local bands on course and headliner Yukon Blonde, rock out with Florence and the Machine at the Rogers Arena Sunday night.

LOCAL FOOD AND FUN BC Beer Awards 2015 Saturday, October 24th 4pm-9pm Location: Croatian Cultural Centre 24

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Race Day Checklist

The final two days before a race are very important. Follow this checklist to ensure that you get the most out of the hard training you’ve done. —By Matt Fitzgerald 48:00 | DO A SHORT, FAST WORKOUT

For example, run three miles easy, then run 6 x 30-second relaxed sprints.

47:00 | START CARBO-LOADING

Be sure to consume high-carb foods and beverages at every meal.

31:00 | GET A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP

Getting adequate sleep is critical the final days before a big race.

22:00 | DO A SHORT, EASY WORKOUT It relieves mental and physical tension and keeps the body primed for performance.

21:00-10:00 | KEEP CARBO-LOADING

Maintain your high-carb diet throughout the last day before you race. Choose familiar foods that have always worked well for your body in the past. Now is not the time to experiment.

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18:00 | PLAN FOR RACE MORNING

Make a concrete plan for race morning that includes a wake-up time and a route to the race venue

3:00 | WAKE UP EARLY

Set an early alarm to give your body plenty of time to get up to speed. Try to climb out of bed at least three hours before the start horn blasts.

2:45 | EAT YOUR PRE-RACE MEAL

It is important to wake up in plenty of time to consume and digest a high-carb pre-race breakfast three hours before your race start.

2:15 | MAKE SURE YOUR GEAR IS READY Go through your gear checklist one last time. Be sure not to forget the small essentials such as sunscreen and your race number.

0:30 | WARM UP THOROUGHLY

Start your warm-up about half an hour before your race start. Begin with easy jogging, then do some dynamic stretches such as walking lunges and arm circles.


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Respect the Distance

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ADVICE FROM THE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MEDICAL DIRECTOR, P.Z. PEARCE, M.D.

For many of you, this will be your first marathon or half marathon. Whether this is your first or fiftieth race, congratulations on your commitment to fitness and a healthy lifestyle! Whether you choose to run, walk or just rock, the following tips will help to ensure you have a fun and safe Rock ‘n’ Roll experience.

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If you have not calculated your fluid needs for this race, there are two strategies which will ensure you don’t under or over-hydrate. The easiest is to only drink when you are thirsty. If you want to be a little more scientific, limit fluid intake to 4-8 oz of sports drink every 20 minutes.

Losing salt through sweating and complex hormone changes during exercise can result in lowering your serum [blood] sodium level. This will not only affect your performance, it may lead to muscle cramping, headache, dizziness and confusion. Have some sports drink along the course to quench your thirst, or follow your pre-planned schedule.

Fill out the medical information section on the back of your bib number. While serious medical problems are quite rare, knowing any medical problems you have, medications you are taking or allergies to medications is extremely helpful to our Medical Volunteers. Our goal is to treat all of our athletes like Rock Stars.

If you have questions, stop by the Rock ‘n’ Roll Sports Medicine Team booth at the Expo or visit one of our Medical Tents on race day. We would be happy to assist you. Have fun, be smart, and stay within your limits. In other words, Rock On… 28

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Local Trails Vancouver is easily considered one of the most beautiful and highly regarded cities in the world by everyone from the kind hearted locals to the most seasoned of tourists. So, in order to maximize your enjoyment during your stay, we have compiled a list of places to check out whether you are looking for a good weekend warm-up jog, a daytime family hangout, or just great views of Vancouver! The Grouse Grind The Grouse Grind (or as it is known around Vancouver simply, “The Grind”) has become Vancouver’s most popular hike with more than 100,000 hikers yearly! Often referred to as Nature’s Stairmaster, the 4.7 mile Grind is viewed as a workout consisting of mainly stairs among nature. Many tourists feel obligated to make the climb if for nothing more than to say they did it and conquer this steep hike. Pacific Spirit Park A beautiful park located in the University Endowment Lands, on Point Grey to the west of the city of Vancouver. It contains over 73 km of walking/hiking trails, 50 km of which are designated multi-use and available for cycling and horseback riding as well. There is a Park Centre which is located on W 16th Avenue, and seems to offer something for everyone. Quarry Rock in Deep Cove Just off the shores of scenic Deep Cove in North Vancouver sits a large rocky outcrop known as Quarry Rock. A 3.8 km hiking trail will lead you to this point offering scenic views of Indian Arm and the mountains around Belcarra. Hanes Valley This is a perfect hike for visitors to Vancouver who are interested in catching the “regular tourist sights” but also want to experience the natural beauty of Vancouver’s nearby mountains without crowds of fellow tourists. Sections of the Baden Powell Trail Sections of it are commonly hiked for pleasure - including “BP to Mosquitoe Creek” and “BP - St. Georges”, as well as the return portion of “Brothers Creek”, and, further up on Cypress and Black Mountain. All of which you will find on trailpeak.

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Volunteering

CLOTHING DRIVE

CLOTHING DRIVE FOR THE JOHN VOLKEN FOUNDATION AT THE ROCK ’N’ ROLL VANCOUVER EXPO The John Volken Foundation will be accepting donations of gently used clothing or monetary donations for their students at Expo Booth 501, come learn more about our program and drop off your clothing donations. Here are some examples of gently used clothing you can contribute to the men and women of the John Volken Foundation, ages 18-30: • • • • • • • •

Collared Shirts Dress Pants Suit jackets Dresses Shoes (Running, casual or professional) Jeans Jackets Long Sleeve Shirts

On behalf of the students at the John Volken Foundation, we thank you in advance for your generosity. See you at the Expo. J F

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ROCK ‘N’ ROLL OASIS VANCOUVER HALF MARATHON

JOIN THE RACE CREW! 12,000 + PARTICIPANTS = 1000 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

More feet in the streets require more helping hands from the fans. If you friends or family are coming out to watch you run or walk, tell them to support you and join the Race Crew! Volunteer opportunities are available Thursday through Sunday of race week; both individuals and groups of all sizes are needed. For more information, visit runrocknroll.competitor.com/vancouver/ volunteer or stop by Volunteer Check In at the Health & Fitness Expo during race weekend for information on available shifts. Spread the word and help us ROCK Vancouver! #RnRRaceCrew


OCTOBER 24-25, 2015

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RunRocknRoll.com ROCK ‘N’ ROLL OASIS VANCOUVER HALF MARATHON AND CUNNINGHAM SEAWALL 10K BENEFITING THE JOHN VOLKEN FOUNDATION

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